Principal Software Engineer

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Bucharest, București
In-Office
Consumer Web • Information Technology
The Role
HARMAN’s engineers and designers are creative, purposeful and agile. As part of this team, you’ll combine your technical expertise with innovative ideas to help drive cutting-edge solutions in the car, enterprise and connected ecosystem. Every day, you will push the boundaries of creative design, and HARMAN is committed to providing you with the opportunities, innovative technologies and resources to build a successful career.

A Career at HARMAN

As a technology leader that is rapidly on the move, HARMAN is filled with people who are focused on making life better. Innovation, inclusivity and teamwork are a part of our DNA. When you add that to the challenges we take on and solve together, you’ll discover that at HARMAN you can grow, make a difference and be proud of the work you do everyday.

A Career at HARMAN Automotive

We’re a global, multi-disciplinary team that’s putting the innovative power of technology to work and transforming tomorrow. At HARMAN Automotive, we give you the keys to fast-track your career.

  • Engineer audio systems and integrated technology platforms that augment the driving experience
  • Combine ingenuity, in-depth research, and a spirit of collaboration with design and engineering excellence
  • Advance in-vehicle infotainment, safety, efficiency, and enjoyment

About the Role

In this role as Principal Software Engineer, you are supporting the EU System Engineering team in the area of in Key Management and Provisioning. You will be responsible for the concept of key handling in dedicated projects and for the alignment on system and software integration strategies. You are guiding and supervising the progress together with project and technical leaders as well as with the related functional owners.

What You Will Do:

  • Work actively in the “Systems Engineering Key-Management” within the Systems Engineering Team
  • Design of software architecture for applications and modules required for handling and storing of secure key material.
  • Co-work on RFI/RFQ evaluation for Harman customers.
  • Clarify the requirements and design with customer as well internally at Harman with system/software architects of other SW domains and production department.
  • Create and maintain architecture documents (HDD/CDD)
  • Align on and document the system and software integration strategies.
  • Co-work with project leader, functional owner and technical leader by supervising and supporting the software development team..
  • Support and collaborate with related domains and departments like Security, IOC, Network, AME etc.

What You Need to Be Successful

  • Bachelor or Master degree in computer science or equivalent
  • Proven knowledge of C++ and experience in software development for Linux.
  • Experience in component architecture
  • Knowledge of software modelling tools
  • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
  • Basic experience in production processes and diagnostics
  • Basic Autosar/IOC experience
  • Proficiency in Python scripting.
  • Understanding of design patterns and their application in software development.
  • Competence in Docker containerization.
  • Knowledge of Continuous Integration principles and tools.
  • Effective communication and collaboration abilities
  • Self-driven, autonomous and systematic way of working
  • Fluent English communication skills both written and verbal

Bonus Points if You Have

  • Familiarity with TEE/TrustZones
  • Familiarity with HSM/HSE
  • Experience with Cryptography.
  • Experience with RestAPI development.
  • Familiarity with Google Test for unit testing.
  • Experience with Yocto and recipe creation.
  • Knowledge in Ethernet, TCP/IP networking, IPC mechanisms

What We Offer

#HarmanEmployees

  • Work in international teams with the world’s largest automotive manufacturers
  • Access career development opportunities and get both on the job training on high-end automotive projects, as well as extensive technical trainings
  • Access HARMAN Webshop with large employee discounts for audio products (JBL, HARMAN Kardon, AKG)
  • Are encouraged to a healthy work/life balance with a progressive holiday plan based on total work experience, 2 sick days, 3 days off compensation for weekend legal holidays and flextime
  • And of course, enjoy meal tickets, a premium medical subscription, fitness discounts and other corporate perks

#LI-AB3

#LI-Hybrid

HARMAN is proud to be an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

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The Company
Bangalore, Karnataka
22,291 Employees
Year Founded: 1980

What We Do

Headquartered in Stamford, Connecticut, HARMAN (harman.com) designs and engineers connected products and solutions for automakers, consumers, and enterprises worldwide, including connected car systems, audio and visual products, enterprise automation solutions; and services supporting the Internet of Things. With leading brands including AKG®, Harman Kardon®, Infinity®, JBL®, Lexicon®, Mark Levinson® and Revel®, HARMAN is admired by audiophiles, musicians and the entertainment venues where they perform around the world. More than 50 million automobiles on the road today are equipped with HARMAN audio and connected car systems. Our software services power billions of mobile devices and systems that are connected, integrated and secure across all platforms, from work and home to car and mobile. HARMAN has a workforce of approximately 30,000 people across the Americas, Europe, and Asia. In March 2017, HARMAN became a wholly-owned subsidiary of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. HARMAN is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. Minorities, women, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. HARMAN offers a great work environment, challenging career opportunities, professional training and competitive compensation. Looking for a challenge where your experience is valued? Come see what you can achieve as a leader with HARMAN!

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